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This Book is in Good Condition. Clean Copy With Light Amount of Wear. 100% Guaranteed. Summary: Milan's Teatro alla Scala is among the most famous venues for the performing arts, and its commanding position in the world of opera is celebrated and documented here in spectacular photographs which record the thrill of each opening night since 1945. This series of breathtaking images capture the excitement and glamour of opening nightthe key society event in Milan that takes place every December 7th in honor of St. Ambrose, the city's patron saint. This trove of images features events on the main stage as well as behind the scenes, capturing in all their glory a glittering pantheon of international opera stars (Callas, Pavarotti, Domingo) and the music world's greatest conductors (Karajan, Abbado, Muti). This is a must-have book for any opera lover. Bookseller Inventory #

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Synopsis: Milan’s Teatro alla Scala is among the most famous venues for the performing arts, and its commanding position in the world of opera is celebrated and documented here in spectacular photographs which record the thrill of each opening night since 1945. This series of breathtaking images capture the excitement and glamour of opening night—the key society event in Milan that takes place every December 7th in honor of St. Ambrose, the city’s patron saint. This trove of images features events on the main stage as well as behind the scenes, capturing in all their glory a glittering pantheon of international opera stars (Callas, Pavarotti, Domingo) and the music world’s greatest conductors (Karajan, Abbado, Muti). This is a must-have book for any opera lover.

Book Description U.S.A.: Rizzoli, 2008. Hardcover. Book Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Limited Edition. Fine HB in very good DJ which has some scratches on the front. 240 pp. Limited edition No. 1826 of 2100 copies. Large oblong coffee table books weighs over 3.5 KG. Introduction by Placido Domingo. A magnificent photographic record of all the opening nights of La Scala in Milan since 1945, on stage, backstage and in theatre. Overseas orders will require additional costs. Bookseller Inventory # OPENSCALA